

Dance Theatre of Harlem’s iconic Firebird places the Russian folk tale about a magical bird that triumphs over evil in an exotic Caribbean setting. John Taras’ choreography to Stravinsky’s familiar score was further enlivened by sets and costumes by Geoffrey Holder. The 1982 DTH production was a tremendous worldwide success. Continue reading

Gladys Knight performs the 1905 gospel hymn “His Eye Is on the Sparrow” at The Kennedy Center during the annual “Let Freedom Ring” celebration to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.




